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Time-pressed Jakarta visitors can pack an impressive amount of sightseeing into just half a day on this private door-to-door tour, with a separate guide and driver to ensure you don’t waste any time looking for parking. As well as the big hitters—Istiqlal Mosque, Jakarta Cathedral, and a photo stop at Indonesia National Monument—see the old port, Jakarta Chinatown, another monument, and even (if time permits) a traditional shadow puppet show.

Check out three of the best sites in Yogyakarta on this trip to Merapi Volcano, Prambanan Temples, and Borobudur Temple. Your guide and driver will pick you up early for sunrise at Setumbu Hill, then take you to tour Merapi Volcano. You’ll then visit two more temples, for a full day out. This is a private tour, so no sharing with a large group, and you can go at your own pace.

Cover the highlights of Yogyakarta, from its heritage and culture to its natural landscapes and local life, on this exciting bicycle tour. Join your group and pedal past Buddhist temples, rice fields, and small villages. Make a stop at a local home to learn to make classic Indonesian snacks and listen to music played by a traditional bamboo instrument.

Borobudur is Indonesia’s signature sight, a UNESCO World Heritage–listed landmark that’s stood for more than 1,000 years. Experience it like the ancient pilgrims did, with a leisurely climb right to the top, on this private half-day guided experience. Upgrade for a full-day tour that adds an independent visit to UNESCO-listed Prambanan. Both packages offer transfers, entrance fees, and essential extras, including the special “upanat” sandals that protect Borobudur’s structure.

Visit the main destination in Yogyakarta for one day tour explore the Borobudur temple with climb up access, and Prambanan temple. Pickup and transfer to hotel in Yogyakarta is included, this tour have a duration is 10 hours. Private transportation, included the tickets (choose this option), guarantee climb up both the temple, and small group guided at Borobudur temple. Please read the details and make sure for the package you will choose there is have 2 option, including the entry tickets and non tickets. Noted: - Every Monday Prambanan temple is limited area can be explore - Borobudur temple every day is able to climb up to the top

Explore the city of Semarang on Java's north coast with this private city tour. Your guide will take you to all sorts of iconic structures, including the Blenduk Church, the colonial Lawang Sewu (the former headquarters of the Dutch East Indies Railway Company), the Great Mosque, and the Sam Po Kong Temple, with a stop for an included lunch along the way.

It’s impossible to truly appreciate the scale and grace that earned Borobudur UNESCO World Heritage status without climbing the monument and witnessing its spectacular carvings. Be one of a select few travelers to experience the monument in full when you book this private half-day tour, with transfers from your Yogyakarta-area address. Upgrade for the coveted sunrise climb, where you watch the dawn mist rise from around the volcanoes.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Borobudur is Indonesia’s signature sight, but it’s quite the journey from Yogyakarta. Avoid the risk of self-drive, the hassle of an early morning start, and the expense of private tours when you book this small-group adventure with a local guide to lead you to the summit of this majestic monument. Upgrade for a sunset experience with a temple-view dinner: You can opt to include tickets.

Experience the extraordinary holiday in Yogyakarta by visiting the magnificent temples & participating in the volcanic tour! We will explore a unique volcanic region in Central Java which is The Dieng Plateau. You discover rolling green hills, multi-colored lakes and bubbling pits of mud. All surrounded by views of nearby mountains and volcanoes. The diversity of the landscape makes the area very different to anywhere else in Indonesia. Highlights: • Visit Dieng Plateau which include Sikidang Creater, Arjuna Temple & Color Lake

Java’s chaotic roads are challenging for drivers raised on traffic rules. Skip the drama without compromising your independence when you book this private tour with driver, priced per group for transparency. Choose between set itineraries covering top attractions, from sunrise over Borobudur to Mt. Merapi, or design your own adventure with your chauffeur in a private vehicle.

Escape the crowds for an authentic Javanese experience. As the afternoon cools, transition to the majestic temple complex. Witness the towering Prambanan Temple architecture come alive during sunset, casting a magnificent golden glow. After sunset, enjoy dinner at a nearby restaurant with a magnificent, up-close view of the temple, beautifully illuminated by spotlights. The evening concludes with the colossal Ramayana Ballet Dance, a traditional Javanese performance depicting the epic Hindu story of Rama and Shinta. This journey combines active cultural discovery with moments of serene, breathtaking beauty. Please read the tour details and the option of the tour before you make a reservation.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Borobudur is Indonesia’s most spectacular sight. It’s time-consuming to get there from Yogyakarta on public transportation, but this private tour makes it easy, with transfers direct from your door and no stops to collect other travelers. Upgrade to include tickets to the summit and a local guide who can share the stories behind the carvings—and the secrets of the Sailendra dynasty.

The simple rhythms of rice-field life are one of the great charms of Java. Go where cars can’t and experience them up close on this small-group cycling tour with a guide who introduces you to local people and helps them share their lives with you—you even play traditional games. To complete the local feel, enjoy a lunch of Javanese specialties before you return to your hotel with included pickup and drop-off.

Make the most of your stop in Semarang and go on a city tour designed for cruise passengers. You’ll get conveniently collected at the port, then you and your small group (max 15) will tour all of the best sites in the city. Leave it up to your guide to navigate and take care of the logistics, while you just experience the best of Semarang.

Indonesian people live with the threat of volcanoes year-round. Get to know Mt. Merapi, Yogyakarta’s closest volcano, on this 4WD tour which delivers thrilling trails and sweeping views. Along the way, witness the devastation the volcano inflicted on a typical local home, tour an emergency shelter that protects local people from eruptions, and enjoy adrenaline-filled river crossings. As it’s a private tour, expect plenty of personal attention from your guide.

Leave Yogyakarta and explore Mount Merapi on this private guided Jeep Safari. Feel the thrill of driving on one of the world's most active volcanoes, visit the museum and learn all about the devastating 2010 eruption, which took the lives of 353 people. Start your trip with a pickup from your accommodation in Yogyakarta. Jump in the car and marvel at the passing views while your guide fills you in on the region's history. Drive up the epic Mount Merapi volcano and feel the endorphins rush through your body as you enjoy the ride. Stop at several viewpoints, such as the Bunker, to get Instagram-perfect pictures of the active volcano. Visit the Mini Museum with your guide, and learn about the 2010 eruption that affected 350,000 people who had to be evacuated from the area. See pictures of the sacred mountain and find out why this eruption was the largest since the 1870s. End your day with memories and photos that will last a lifetime on this unforgettable tour.

Experience the breathtaking sight of Merapi's lava from view point or Turgo Hills, where you can safely admire the rare lava eruption spots while enjoying the refreshing mountain air of Merapi. Experience the magic of Mount Merapi at night with our exclusive tour, where you can witness the mesmerizing sight of glowing lava flows from a safe and comfortable vantage point. Enjoy the beauty of Merapi up close while sipping a warm cup of coffee or tea, surrounded by the cool mountain air. we also offer an optional climb to Turgo Hill, located at an altitude of 1,000 meters above sea level, where you’ll be treated to sweeping views of Merapi and its glowing lava, as well as the twinkling lights of Yogyakarta below. For this tour, there is no guarantee that you will see lava. It all depends on the weather and natural conditions, because they cannot be predicted.

A few centuries ago, Yogyakarta’s charismatic Kota Gede was the epicenter of power for the Mataram Kingdom, and that heritage still shows today. Join a guide from the local community on a walking tour that helps conserve the area’s historic architecture and cultural heritage through tourism. You’ll visit the Mataram Royal Cemetery (Javanese dress is provided), explore a traditional Javanese house and a local market, and meet a silversmith.

Escape the bustling city streets of Yogyakarta and spend a day exploring the outskirts of the city on this cultural tour. With a private guide, visit the temples of Borobudur and Prambanan to learn about the Buddhist religion and enjoy the serene surroundings. You also stop at the Merapi Volcano, one of the most active in Indonesia, to take in the beautiful landscapes.

Ramayana Ballet is a unique and stunning performance that brings the ancient Hindu epic to life through dance and music. The performance takes place in the open-air theater of Prambanan Temple. The dancers, dressed in colorful traditional costumes, move gracefully to the music of a live gamelan orchestra. The performance also features stunning visual effects, including fireworks and lighting, that add to the enchantment of the show. Before the show, you will visit Prambanan Temple, the biggest Hindust Temple Compound in the world with local guide included to explain the detail history of the temple. You will have also dinner with an Aunthentic Traditional Indonesian Cuisine with romantic background while enjoying the cuisine. Note : Ramayana Ballet is not available everyday. It will be held every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Please, contact us to confirm the availability. The outdoor shows are available in dry season from Mei to October, the rest will be held indoor.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the dreaming spires of the Prambanan Temple Complex look at their best in the soft light of sunset. Experience them on this private tour with your personal driver-guide, direct from your Yogyakarta hotel. Upgrade to add an authentic dinner at a local restaurant followed by a performance of the Ramayana Ballet at Prambanan (or the Roro Jonggrang dance on Fridays).

Jakarta’s public transportation system is challenging to use. Skip the stress and see the historic essentials with a private guide just for your group on this door-to-door heritage tour of Old Batavia plus Istiqlal Mosque, Jakarta Cathedral, and Indonesia National Monument (Monas). You’ll explore Glodok (Jakarta Chinatown), Jakarta Old Town, and Sunda Kelapa (Jakarta Old Port), and visit museums and a puppet studio: Upgrade to include a local lunch.

Highly recommendation of this tour with the expert guide and friendly, this experience will tell you in history and the culture of its "Heritage and the highlight of Jakarta". The highlight: Visit the monument and will amazed see the city to the top of monument and The Old City of Jakarta is known as Old Batavia, European sailors and traders in the 16th Century dubbed this place with the beauty city similar to Amsterdam and it was also a trading center on The Asian continent until the Dutch East Indies Company controlled tarea as trading center also as the administrative center power in archipelago. This area is just 139 ha, dominated by European and China building styles. Some of the buildings are used as cafe, museum and office.